Black Soybean and Hoisin Lettuce Wraps

In Japan, black soybeans cooked in a sweet syrup (kuromame) are eaten as part of osechi ryori, the customary New Year’s meal. Black soybeans can be found at Asian markets and some specialty health food stores; if you can’t find them, substitute regular black beans.

30 minutes or fewer
Curry paste (available in the Asian foods section of most supermarkets) is a thick, spicy seasoning used in Indian curries and stews. For a fast flavor lift, stir 1 tsp. into canned soups or bottled salad dressings. ...read more

Known as neutralized duck in Buddhist cooking, this dish is meant to re-create the taste and texture of roasted duck. Yuba, or bean curd sheets, which are formed by heating soymilk, resemble thin, delicate noodle sheets. The best ones can be found in the frozen section of ...read more

There’s no thawing involved in this easy, Asian-inspired vegetable roast. If you don’t have sriracha sauce in your pantry, season the miso coating with a few drops of your favorite hot sauce. ...read more